accept vs except: What's the Difference?
These words sound alike but mean different things. Here's how to keep them straight.
What each one means
- accept: to receive or agree to
- except: excluding, other than
Examples
- accept: I accept your apology.
- except: Everyone except Tom was there.
Practice
I ___ everyone ___ those who were late.
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